In January, Jill Swenson starts intensive writing workshops in the Ithaca area intended for those who seek to improve their writing craft and/or have a work-in-progress.
At each session, every writer will present new work. Participants are expected to attend every session and bring two double-spaced pages of text with photocopies for the group. Each writer will read their selection out loud and the group will provide feedback on what works and what needs work. Swenson will create a climate of trust and respect for each workshop and moderate the critical discussions.
If you are interested in one of these workshops, please contact me at your soonest convenience. Meeting location will be determined based on distance and convenience of participants in the Ithaca area.
- Saturdays January 11, 25, February 8, 22, March 8, 22: 6 sessions meet every other week, 90 minutes (1-2:30 pm) Limit 6 (1 space left) $150
- Tuesdays, January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18, 25: 8 sessions meet every week, 60 minutes (noon-1 pm) Limit 6 (min. 4) $150
- Tuesdays, January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18, 25; 8 sessions meet every week, 90 minutes (10:30 am-noon) Limit 6 (min. 4) $175
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